ENHANCE: Human performance in austere environments
Our research interests encompass a wide range of gas physiology modulation applications and environments. All focus on translating research findings and technologies to the real world.
Research
Human Performance
We are refining the ultrasonic assessment of decompression bubbles that can cause decompression sickness in divers and astronauts. Recent efforts, supported by the Divers Alert Network (DAN) and the Office of Naval Research (ONR), have focused on automating the analysis of venous gas emboli, and developing new quantitative metrics for tissue bubble assessment.
Workforce Development
Our lab is at the forefront of STEM education and outreach efforts in Undersea Medicine and Performance. Supported by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and under a newly formed consortium with national and international partners, we aim to attract, train and retain the next generation of scientists and engineers that will work "under pressure" in this field alongside physicians.
Contrast Ultrasound Theranostics
We are targeting difficult to treat bacterial biofilm infections with ultrasound. We have shown that our topical treatment approach significantly increases antibiotic efficacy in diabetic wounds preclinically. Supported by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBC), we are assessing efficacy against polymicrobial infections and clinical translation potential.
An array of resources
We believe that research is best shared. Publications, software, collaboration opportunities and additional resources, all in one place.
Bubble Apps
- Automate your decompression research data analysis
- Contribute to our systems’ validation
- Collaborate with fellow researchers
Events
- Opportunities to meet the team
- Monthly researcher seminars
- Yearly public discussion forums
Publications
- Publications
- Other resources
A passion for impact
Elite
Diverse, inclusive and empowered. We believe that our team is exceptional.
Interdisciplinary
We work at the intersection of environmental (patho)physiology and biomedical ultrasound.
State of the Art
We set the standard in developing new methods for longitudinal and personalized prevention algorithms.
Translation
We collaborate widely with stakeholders at all levels.
Join the ec(h)osystem
Opportunities to get involved: We are currently recruiting postdocs, PhD students and undergraduates. We always welcome new collaborators and visitors.